East London

I was in East London on business.I have family there, so it's always good times. Can't really give too much away, as far as the business part goes. There's still a few things that need ironing out (see what I did there?).Hahahahahaha! But things are looking positive, so that's awesome.

Going to Joburg in a couple of weeks. My sisters are up there and it's always great seeing them. But some work needs to be done too. No sweat! I always enjoy myself wherever I go. Life is fun, when you allow it to be. You may be a very busy person. But you should always find time for family and loved ones. 

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It's OVA! 

Clothes that suit an Hourglass Figure

Marylin Monroe is the Iconic Hourglass shaped Celebrity

Now is the time to embrace those curves. Show off your most envied assets, your perfect proportions and tiny waist! Because most of you hide them with baggy clothes!

Ideal TOPS for the hourglass shape are scooped or V necks as they accentuate your bust. Wrap tops and tops with belts are also good for the hourglass woman. The belt or tie will be a feature and style that will fall on your slender waistline. Tops and blouses, you will need to avoid high necklines like turtlenecks as they draw attention away from the waist. It would be a good idea to stay away from frills around the hem of a top as these will add width to your hips.

When looking at FABRICS aim to buy sheer, soft, clingy fabrics. Avoid stiff bulky fabrics and designs, as they will not be figure hugging. The vertical striped tops can be a good way of elongating your body. Especially if the garment is fitted or gathered in, this will give the effect of drawing the stripes into your narrow waist area.

DRESSES and one piece outfits are a good choice for the hourglass woman. Fitted ones are ideal and they should fit your bust most of all, as well as your hips and your behind.

Never wear overly dramatic or big belts, bat wing sleeves, smocks, flat lace-up shoes or other similar items.

Fitted and tailored COATS & JACKETS will be one of the best choices for your hourglass figure. As an hourglass you are able to pick any length. Tailored longer coats can work well, especially with belts or small pleated waist detail. A simple button under the bust can draw attention in the right places. Single breasted jackets are best for your shape as well. Simplicity is they key when looking for your perfect jacket or coat, try and avoid over accentuated shoulders or pocket detailing.

If you are one of the shorter hour glasses out there, try and stick to shorter jackets that end at your hips. Make sure you don’t hide your shape under bulky jackets, stick to the fitted ones that follow the curves of your body. Try small, neat sleeves to soften your usually fleshy upper arms. Your figure will do the talking when it comes to your coat. So make sure you find one with the right fit, size and that nips in and out in all the right places.

For casual dressing, the hourglass is too much woman for TROUSERS. However, if you really want to dress down for shopping or hiking, try to wear trousers that are wide-legged and loose fitting. Wear a pretty top that ends just below your crotch. It not only looks good on you but comfortable as well.

PENCIL SKIRTS are the ones to go for! They will cling to your figure coming right in at your waist to show off your sexy curves. If you feel you’re a little on the shorter side wear ¾ length or skirts just below the knee with a slit to make you look taller. However it’s important to know what length skirt is right for your height. Wearing skirts that end at the thickest part of your legs, whether it is the widest part of your thighs or calves, will just make you appear shorter and wider then you actually are. A-lines are another skirt great for you hourglasses. As long as they are fitted around the waist and hips and don’t flare out from the waist down. Fitted jackets teamed with skirts or strapless dresses all look great on an hourglass shape. Fitted dresses, trousers in droopy fabrics, slim skirts and heeled shoes with rounded or peep toes will have you looking great from day to night.

Hourglass figures should ideally wear JEANS that have a smaller cut waist. This will help you achieve that beautifully fitted look from waist to hips. With fitting in mind, stretch denim jeans can be the perfect choice and will give you movement and comfort for your shapely figure, without having a bulky or tight look. To balance out your hips choose jeans that have a slightly flared, wide leg or boot cut. Tailored jeans can make your legs appear longer and lift your bottom especially if worn with heels. Stay away from belts or detailing such as pockets around the hips or bum, it will just add bulk. If you’re a cuddlier hourglass, rather choose darker colour jeans, they will slim you down. As long as you remember to make sure your jeans are fitted properly, especially around your bum, hips, waist and not adding any width where it’s not needed.

Although you can pull off almost all dress styles and shapes you do need to be careful when it comes to pattern or embellishment. Stay away from heavily beaded or over embellished DRESSES. They tend to make you appear heavier than you actually are and can leave you looking unbalanced. Strapless or off-the shoulder necklines are perfect for an hourglass shape. As far as length goes stick to the same rules as when buying a skirt, remembering that if you’re a little on the shorter side wear ¾ length dresses or just below the knee with a slit to make you look taller.

CORSETS look great with your body shape. They will enhance your natural curves accentuating the waist and lifting your bust.

You really do have a lot of options. Feel lucky to have been blessed with such a great body shape. Show off those beautiful curves or else …………. It’s OVA!